Chief Information Security Officer (CISO) – Digital Assets / Blockchain

Skills

What you'll do

• Define and execute the overall cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and regulatory requirements.
• Secure digital asset infrastructure , including wallets, custody systems, exchanges, and blockchain nodes.
• Establish enterprise-wide security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks.
• Lead incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management programs.
• Oversee cloud security architecture (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust implementation.
• Work closely with engineering teams on secure blockchain architecture design .

About the role

We are seeking an experienced CISO to lead the enterprise security strategy for a digital asset / blockchain-focused organization. The role will be responsible for building, implementing, and managing a robust cybersecurity framework to protect blockchain infrastructure, crypto/digital asset platforms, and enterprise systems. Key Responsibilities: • Define and execute the overall cybersecurity strategy aligned with business and regulatory requirements. • Secure digital asset infrastructure , including wallets, custody systems, exchanges, and blockchain nodes. • Establish enterprise-wide security governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) frameworks. • Lead incident response, threat detection, and vulnerability management programs. • Oversee cloud security architecture (AWS/Azure/GCP) and zero-trust implementation. • Ensure protection against threats such as: • Smart contract exploits • Private key compromise • Exchange breaches • Insider threats • Work closely with engineering teams on secure blockchain architecture design . • Implement IAM, encryption, key management (HSM/KMS) strategies. • Ensure compliance with global regulations (MAS, FATF, GDPR, SOC2, ISO 27001). • Conduct regular security audits, penetration testing, and red team exercises . • Manage relationships with external security vendors and audit firms. • Build and lead a high-performing cybersecurity team . Key Requirements: • 10–20+ years in cybersecurity, with at least 5+ years in leadership (CISO / Head of Security / VP Security). • Strong experience in financial services, fintech, crypto exchanges, or blockchain platforms . • Deep understanding of: • Blockchain architecture (Ethereum, Layer 1/Layer 2 systems) • Cryptographic principles and key management • Cloud security (AWS/Azure/GCP) • SOC, SIEM, SOAR tools • Experience handling security for digital asset custody or trading platforms is highly preferred. • Strong knowledge of regulatory and compliance frameworks in financial technology. Preferred Skills • Experience with smart contract security and audits • Familiarity with DeFi, CeFi, NFT ecosystems • Certifications such as CISSP, CISM, CCSP, or equivalent • Experience working in high-growth startups or exchange environments Originally posted on Himalayas